About me
Hi, I’m Gemma, an integrative counsellor (which I explain a little further down the page). I work with adults and young people in my private practice in Canterbury, as well as within a school setting.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or not quite like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own.
Are you finding that anxiety is stopping you from enjoying everyday life? Do social situations feel daunting, or do you struggle with racing or negative thoughts? Perhaps you’ve experienced a sudden or distressing life event that has left you feeling confused or out of your depth. You might be dealing with low mood, a lack of motivation, or a desire to withdraw from the world. Or maybe you’ve recently received a neurodivergent diagnosis and are trying to process what that means for you.
These responses are completely natural when we go through difficult or overwhelming experiences. They are often the mind and body’s way of signalling that something needs care and attention.
As an integrative counsellor, my role is to support you in navigating these feelings of emotional distress, helping you to understand what you are experiencing and why. I draw on a range of psychological approaches and theories, tailoring our work to your individual needs. Together, we can begin to make sense of what’s happening for you and find a way forward.
Training, qualifications & experience
Education and Years in Practice
- Training: Professional Counselling Level 4
- Diploma: Diploma In Professional Counselling
- Year Graduated: 2020
- Year I Began Practice: 2020
Additional Credentials
Certificate in: Advanced ADHD : Supporting Clients to 'Survive', 'Live' and 'Thrive' with Adult ADHD
Certificate in: Understanding Mental Health Challenges in Autism & ADHD: a focus on schools as an emotional burden.
Certificate in: Autism & Counselling
Certificate: Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, NCFE 2013
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- £50- 50/60 minutes
- £35- 50/60 minutes (reduced rate for students)
- £30- 50 minute session (reduced rate for counselling students)
I can offer a sliding scale, please get in contact to discuss rates.
When I work
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